Arkansas Poke Greens - bacon

Method

• Check poke shoots carefully; remove pulpy stems and discolored spots on leaves. Wash leaves thoroughly; drain well.
• Place poke shoots and water to cover in an 8-quart Dutch oven; bring to a boil. Cover; reduce heat and simmer 30 minutes or until poke is tender. Drain well and chop. Set aside.
• Cook bacon in a medium skillet over low heat until crisp. Drain bacon; reserve 3 tablespoons drippings in skillet. Crumble bacon. Add chopped poke and bacon to bacon drippings; cook over medium heat 15 minutes, stirring frequently.
• Stir in eggs; cook over medium heat, stirring often, until eggs are firm but still moist. Add salt and pepper to taste.